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Definition of noncombatant

noncombatant

/ˌnɒn.kəmˈbæt.ənt/
non · com · bat · ant
Plural:noncombatants
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Adjective:noncombatant
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noncombatant Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who is not engaged in fighting during a war or armed conflict, especially a civilian, military chaplain, or medical officer.

Example

"International conventions establish strict legal protections for every noncombatant living in a conflict zone."

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• adjective

1

Not engaged in or associated with direct fighting during a war or armed conflict, even if serving within an armed force.

Example

"The treaty explicitly protects medical personnel serving in noncombatant roles during international disputes."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In international humanitarian law, 'noncombatant' is broader than 'civilian,' as it also includes military medical personnel and chaplains who do not participate directly in hostilities.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Noncombatant. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/noncombatant
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